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A Bright Red Scream: Self-Mutilation and the Language of Pain (Paperback)

by Marilee Strong (Author) "It's that feeling again You wake up and see blood stains on your sheets and on your carpet ..." (more)

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Paperback: 272 pages
Publisher: Penguin Paperbacks; 1 edition (Oct 4 1999)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0140280537
ISBN-13: 978-0140280531
Product Dimensions: 20.4 x 13.5 x 1.6 cm
Shipping Weight: 250 g

Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (48 customer reviews)

Amazon.ca Sales Rank: #107,402 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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"A bright red scream" is how one of the subjects Marilee Strong interviews in this chilling yet compassionate study of self-mutilation describes the sensation of intentionally inflicting pain upon oneself. It is a compulsion that, while shocking and bewildering to most people, affects 2 million or more Americans and countless others around the globe--one of whom, the late Princess Diana, also suffered from the eating disorders that characterize between 35 to 80 percent of all cutters. Rejecting the classic psychiatric wisdom that views self-mutilation as a species of suicidal behavior, Strong links the phenomenon instead to the will to live--often in the face of such overwhelming childhood abuse that the resulting dissociative behaviors are something akin to posttraumatic stress disorder. Strong touches on other issues as well: Why are most cutters women? And is the current fascination with tattooing and piercing, from its most extreme forms in the "alternative" culture to its growing mainstream acceptance, a sublimation of the cutters' instinct? Through interviews with more than 50 self-injurers, Strong tells the moving story not only of their rage and self-punishment, but also of the courageous journey towards reintegration. (The book also contains an introduction by psychiatrist Armando R. Favazza, author of Bodies Under Seige, one of the leading clinical experts on self-mutilation.) --Patrizia DiLucchio --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Strong's research into "cutters" combines journalistic passion with academic integrity. Through dozens of interviews conducted for a 1993 San Francisco Focus article, she explores the reasons that lead over two million Americans to injure themselves regularly and deliberately with such items as knives, razor blades and broken glass. Although most cutters are young women who have been emotionally, sexually, or physically abused as children, Strong's research shows that this specific type of self-harm also appears in other groups. Most interviewees here claim to use cutting to distance themselves from pain and rage, or to "feel something" after years of abuse have left them emotionally numb. The powerful first-person stories, in which the cutters describe their ritualistic methods and somewhat addictive cravings for seeing their own blood, highlight the problem and ultimately lead to understanding and sympathy for those who suffer from the disorder. (A foreword from University of Missouri-Columbia psychiatrist Armondo Favazza, author of Bodies Under Siege, discusses past difficulties in bringing the disorder to the public's attention.) In addition to presenting a psychological focus, Strong also investigates possible neurological and chemical changes that both abuse and cutting can cause. A brief foray into comparison with the American tattooing trend and scarification in other cultures proves to be the book's only weak point, drawing on hypotheses rather than concrete fact. The author recovers quickly, however, when she explores the comprehensive programs and treatments available to cutters. Riveting and dynamically written, this book is an important addition to psychological literature. Agent, Sandra Dijkstra. Author tour.
Copyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Some questions, and answers, on self-mutilation, April 6 2007

By	J. Cameron-Smith "Expect the Unexpected" (ACT, Australia) - See all my reviews (TOP 100 REVIEWER) (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Bright Red Scream (Paperback)

A reference to this book in a novel I recently read led me to seek out this book for myself.

Many of us will know someone who has self-mutilated. Some of us will have direct experience. Each of us will wonder 'Why?' This book sets out, in a clear easy to read way the views of some professionals. It also sets out, in a clear and non-judgemental fashion, the experiences of some self-mutilators. In seeking to explain, it neither condones nor condemns.

In my view, the book has two primary audiences:those who seek to understand and those who seek to explain such behaviours.

If understanding is the first step towards healing for some, then this book may well provide a welcome step.

Highly recommended to those who seek to understand what is generally seen as either inexplicable or attention-seeking behaviour. In my experience, it is generally neither.

Jennifer Cameron-Smith

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5.0 out of 5 stars Brutally honest, Jul 4 2005

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Reading this book really gets people in the headspace that those who self injure and suffer from depression, low self esteem and eating disorders live in. It chronicles very honestly all the points behind cutting, from the euphoria and sheer joy that comes from slicing the flesh to the desire (for some) to overcome it. Highly recommended for those who do self injure or for families trying to understand why.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Much Needed Book, Jun 21 2005

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Though this topic has been taboo, this book is much needed. To know why people do some of the things they do. To see what abuse can eventually do to a child later in their lives. A must read and one that should be presented to all help communities.
Recoomending as well: Nightmares Echo

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5.0 out of 5 stars Bright indeed
Not for the faint-hearted, this is a book that can be beneficial even if you're not a "cutter" or know someone who is. Read more

Published on Mar 3 2005 by ThomsEBynum

5.0 out of 5 stars Long overdue is right
This book is a must for anyone interested in "understanding" the self-mutilation aspect. It's extremely well researched and seems to have been written as much for those... Read more

Published on Aug 12 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars The book with the answers to "Why would someone do that?!"
This book is amazing. Even though it's not written by a doctor or a psycholgist, this book is filled with more true information than other books I've read. Read more

Published on Jul 20 2004

3.0 out of 5 stars i recommend it to people who want to understand SI
This book was a good read because it tells stories of SI and explains why people may do it, and gives lots of refrences to get help. Read more

Published on Jun 20 2004 by Jessica Showalter